Tomorrow, I will have my gold tooth removed with the hope that it will clear up the lurking abscess in my jaw. As previously stated, I have got Trigeminal Neuralgia and still they want me to have this done under local anaesthetic. Good luck with that - the tooth has big, deep roots and it doesn't look like it is going to budge without a LOT of force. I am trying not to think of it, but am bricking it nevertheless.

Thank you Anon - I hope you will find the courage to do so. Dentists these days are usually quite approachable and will now guide you through the process. You may find that there is less damage than you thought and they can advise you on pain management etc. . Good luck with it all :-)